July is Disability Pride Month, a great opportunity to learn, raise awareness and advocate for individuals with disabilities, from physical disabilities requiring a wheelchair to developmental disabilities. At KVC Nebraska, our Shared Living program (SLP) fosters welcoming environments for everyone by empowering shared living providers to offer homes to individuals with disabilities. Discover some strategies that shared living providers and communities use to foster independence and support individuals with disabilities.

March is a time to celebrate inclusivity and effective communication with individuals with developmental disabilities.

The arts can provide many benefits to young people with learning disabilities and create a positive difference in the home.

Shared Living services allow people with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities the opportunity to learn independent living skills and thrive. Learn more about Shared Living and the process to become a Shared Living provider in this blog.

Ally Kirschenman finds joy and purpose in her career with KVC Nebraska helping people with disabilities find caring homes where they can learn skills for independent living.